Rotary world-wide works to raise awareness and provide support to organisations that work in the area of Domestic Violence in particular. Awareness is raised through marches, articles, news stories and presentations. Support comes in different forms from different clubs
Some provide financial support to professional organisations already working in the field. One example of that is the funding of a program run by Meli that focuses on helping men to change their behaviours in Domestic Violence situations (Rotary Geelong East has done that this year). Other support includes providing 'Escape Resources' for women and children fleaing Domestic Violence.
The issue of Domestic Violence has become well known in recent years. However there is always more to be done in ridding the world of this violence. Street violence has become a major issue for police and governments in recent years.
There are many organisations working in this space and they need support. If you have an idea that could help reduce the incidence of violence in any of its forms, talk to Rotary or the professionals working in the area.
Rotary Geelong East - Working with others to help eliminate Violence
